How to Pronounce "teepees"
word
ˈtiˌpiz
TEE-peez
tˈiːpiːz
TEE-peez
Definition
Teepees are cone-shaped tents originally used by Native American peoples of the Great Plains. They are made from animal skins or canvas stretched over poles and can easily be set up or taken down.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈtiˌpiz
British English
tˈiːpiːz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
TEE-peez
UK
TEE-peez
Listen in Context
The children made small teepees out of paper.
People used teepees as homes on the plains.
Three large teepees stood near the river.
At the festival, everyone gathered around the colorful teepees for storytelling.